The reason why I don't recommend using Korean when living in Korea

When foreigners come to Korea, they may think that they should use Korea.

But as a Korean living in Korea, I don't recommend it.

The reason is not that Koreans speak English well.

If you speak Korean to be considerate of Koreans, the Korean will ignore you.

 

Let me give you an interesting example.

Let's say that an Asian made his English name.

Imagine that when the Asian introduced himself

 

He will say "My name is Nathan"

It's a bit embarrassing and comical. It is a name that white people are likely to use.

The Asian is considerate of other foreigners to call his name.

 

From a listening standpoint, it can be funny.

 

In Korea, foreigners may be able to look at Koreans in a cute way, but sometimes they are just comical.

Korea is not a multiracial country.

Foreigners are permanent foreigners and do not expect foreigners to speak Korean.

English speakers, of course, should use English to look smarter.

Rather, let's talk a little faster than Koreans speak slowly and comfortably.

For example, if you go into a store and speak at a normal rate with a friend, the staff will be upset.

However, the employee blames his ignorance.

Let's say that you speak Korean poorly.

Employees will blame your language skills.


If you can speak English, use English. Use it natively.

This is not because Koreans are racist.

It was just a way for foreigners to be treated more.

Of course, if you speak Korean, Koreans who do not speak English can be more comfortable.

However, most Koreans speak English to some extent.

Speaking English is a way for English speakers to take advantage of their strengths.